Sitka Salmon Opens Downtown Retail Office
Job creation, facility acquisition, and the opening of a new location are all results of the continued growth of a local business who started just three years ago.
Local Business Aiding College Sustainability This Week
In celebration of Earth Day this Wednesday, a local business will once again team up with a local college organization to re-cycle resources.
Cardinals Place Grichuk on DL, Recall IF Dean Anna
ST. LOUIS (AP) — St. Louis Cardinals manager Mike Matheny says outfielder Randal Grichuk, put on the 15-day disabled list with a lower back strain, will have to change his workout routine to avoid further problems.
Bryant Pleased to Rebound From 1st Error with Cubs Win
CHICAGO (AP) — Kris Bryant was pleased to rebound from his first major league error with a good day at the plate and a Chicago Cubs’ win.
AP Source: White Sox Calling Up Top Pitching Prospect Rodon
CHICAGO (AP) — A person familiar with the situation says the Chicago White Sox are calling up prized pitching prospect Carlos Rodon from Triple-A Charlotte and will have him work out of the bullpen at least for
Wainwright, Cardinals Nip Reds 2-1
ST. LOUIS (AP) — Adam Wainwright outpitched Mike Leake, and Kolten Wong had a tiebreaking sacrifice in the eighth inning as the St. Louis Cardinals beat the Cincinnati Reds 2-1 Sunday night to finish a three-game sweep.
Lester Makes Nifty Play, but Loses Again as Padres Top Cubs
CHICAGO (AP) — Cubs newcomer Jon Lester made a nifty play with his glove but lost again as the San Diego Padres beat Chicago 5-2 Sunday.
Cespedes, Greene Lift Tigers to 9-1 Rout of White Sox
DETROIT (AP) — Yoenis Cespedes hit a grand slam and a two-run homer and Shane Greene pitched seven impressive innings in another fine start to begin the season, helping the Detroit Tigers rout the Chicago White Sox
Blackhawks Beat Predators 4-2 for 2-1 Series Lead
CHICAGO (AP) — Jonathan Toews had a goal and an assist, and the Chicago Blackhawks used a three-goal second period to beat the Nashville Predators 4-2 on Sunday for a 2-1 lead in their first-round playoff series.
Missouri Man Gets 10 Years for 2 Illinois Bank Robberies
EAST ST. LOUIS, Ill. (AP) — A St. Louis man has been ordered to spend a decade in federal prison for his role in two southern Illinois bank holdups in 2013.
Chief: No Pattern to String of Rental Home Fires
CARBONDALE, Ill. (AP) — A southern Illinois fire chief says a string of fires at rental properties do not appear to be connected.
Cook County Prosecutor to Try New Approach to Drug Crimes
CHICAGO (AP) — Cook County State’s Attorney Anita Alvarez plans to introduce an overhaul of her office’s drug policies regarding low level marijuana possession and other recreational drugs.
Illinois University Faculty Among Best Paid in Big 10
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (AP) — Faculty pay at the University of Illinois is among the highest in the Big Ten.
Suburban Woman Creates Anti-Bullying Scholarship
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (AP) — A suburban Palatine woman is leading an effort to raise money for an anti-bullying scholarship.
Prosecutors: Uber Driver Shot Man who Fired at Pedestrians
CHICAGO (AP) — Prosecutors say an Uber driver with a concealed carry permit shot a 22-year-old man who opened fire on a group of pedestrians in Chicago.
Lincoln Museum Celebrates 10 Years with Free Admission
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (AP) — The Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum has launched a new website, which visitors can use on a smartphone or tablet while touring the museum.
Sandburg Festival Honors Galesburg Native for 20th Straight Year
The 20th Annual Carl Sandburg Festival is scheduled to take place this week, with events starting tomorrow.
City Council to Consider Community Center Funds Tonight
Galesburg City Council members could move on naming a city community center tonight.
Feds Seek Files on Elite Nonprofit in Chicago Schools Probe
CHICAGO (AP) — Federal investigators looking into a $20 million no-bid Chicago Public Schools contract have requested records related to a nonprofit group tied to Mayor Rahm Emanuel, Gov. Bruce Rauner and prominent business leaders.